How can I verify a Bitlocker recovery key?

I've recently encrypted my Windows 10 Pro laptop system drive and removable backup drive with Bitlocker.

I've gotten copies of the Recovery keys as text files and stored them in a safe place, as well as backing it up on Microsoft's site via my login account.

However, being a little paranoid (experienced?!), I'd like to verify that the backup keys will actually work when I need them. How can I test/verify that my keys match what the recovery system would want in a real recovery scenario?

Solution 1:

You can also do a quick compare using a powershell command.

1. Open PowerShell as admin
2. Run manage-bde -protectors -get c:

Compare the password shown to the key you have saved.